This school year looks far different than those from the past, and undoubtedly student behavior has changed to match it. The amount of stressed, nervous, and procrastinating students is at an all time high! Speaking from experience, the hybrid and remote learning models have been difficult to adjust to, and I often find myself drowned in work that seems impossible to complete. 

Last month, Peer Advocates hosted a student discussion on managing stress. This discussion was incredibly valuable for both students and staff who were able to share their experiences with learning this year in an effort to make the most of their academic year. Concerns of lack of order and support, not knowing what assignments are due and when, and overall constant feelings of exhaustion, were expressed during the discussion. I helped to create a handout on taking control of your stress, which I will include below. Hopefully this is beneficial for finding ways to grab your stress by the horns and perform your best as a student at Natick High.

Remember, everyone at Natick High values your well-being. Your mental health comes before school work, always. Take some time to practice self care and stress relief techniques as we dive into the second semester of the school year. 

Click here to access the presentation and its active links.